School of Veterinary Medicine

Professional Judgment Request for Budget Increase

General Budget Increases and Dependent Care Request

If your actual school-related expenses are higher than our estimated cost of attendance, you may request a budget increase. Reasonable budget increases are considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to federal and university policy. Prior indebtedness will be considered in determining whether your budget appeal will be approved.

Contact a Financial Aid Counselor at faid@sgu.edu to request an increase in the cost of attendance and to discuss eligibility and the necessary documentation.

Based upon documentation of your special circumstances, your Financial Aid Counselor may use Professional Judgment in order to increase the cost of attendance.

Although your cost of attendance can be increased for these items, it is recommended that you are conservative in increasing your level of debt. Budget increase requests for less than $100 will not be considered.

Students are eligible to apply for a budget increase for the purchase of a computer. The maximum amount that your budget may be increased is the lesser of the purchase price of the computer or $1,800. Students are eligible to receive one budget increase for a computer purchase throughout their enrollment at SGU.

This $1,800 limit was determined by comparing the average price of computers available on the market, to the minimum specifications recommended by SGU. Computer warranties/service plans and applicable software/peripherals were considered in determining the maximum allowable increase.

This budget increase is for computers only. Tablets may be considered only if they meet SGU minimum specifications (i.e. Microsoft Surface Pro). Moderately priced computer accessories, that are deemed essential to a student's academic program, may be considered as part of the budget increase. These determinations will be made on a case by case basis and cannot exceed the $1,800 limit. It is strongly recommended that you contact your Financial Aid Counselor prior to purchasing these items to determine if they are eligible for the increase. iPads, tablets not meeting SGU minimum specifications, printers, cell phones, or unnecessary computer accessories will not be considered.

Computer purchase receipt date must be within one year of submitting request for budget increase.